Young Manchego

How We Ship

The Murray's Cut Process

Every day, the expert cheese cutters at Murray’s Cheese select the perfect wheels from our caves and cut your cheese to order. Each order is cut inside of our state-of-the-art clean room. Cutting cheese at Murray’s is an art, not a science, so while your piece may be slightly over or slightly under what you ordered, you can rest assured that it was cut just for you.

Wrap Process

Your cheese is wrapped in our specially-produced cheese paper. The paper is lined with a breathable layer to allow the cheese to continue maturing while en route to your door. The breathable paper prevents the cheese from being suffocated, but also prevents it from drying out.

State of the Art Packaging

Every order is packed in a thermal lined box with reusable food-friendly gel packs. The goal is for the cheese to arrive to you cool to cold. Remember, cheese cannot be frozen.

Shipping Fresh to Your Doorstep

Depending on the contents of your order and the destination of your shipment, you'll be offered One Day, Two Day or Ground shipping at checkout. Since some of our cheeses can only be in transit for 1 Day, One Day shipping may be your only option. If you're ordering harder cheeses or grocery items, you may be offered 2 Day or Ground. Finally, if you're ordering very heavy items like pickles or large cheese boards, Ground may be the ONLY option offered to you. You can always call us (1-888-692-4339) with special shipping questions or concerns.

The Periship Guarantee

Murray’s Cheese is partnered with PeriShip, a value added logistics provider, exclusive to FedEx, and industry leader in the management of perishable shipments. Once your order leaves Murray’s, PeriShip will monitor it and keep you informed of any changes or issues. PeriShip utilizes a wide array of resolution capabilities, to manage shipments that encounter extended transit times, ensuring your cheese arrives in peak condition, even if weather or other issues intervene.

Perhaps the most famous Spanish cheese, Manchego is a D.O. (Denominacion de Origen) protected cheese, meaning that only 100% Manchega sheep's milk is used in a traditional recipe. The breed has proven sturdy enough over the centuries to traverse the rocky, arid central plateau region known as La Mancha - where cows just can't hang. The distinctive criss-cross pattern on the rind points to the traditional use of esparto grass belts to shape fresh curd. This younger, pasteurized selection is great for melting and perfect for parties - traditionally served with marcona almonds and membrillo quince paste

Just the facts

Country

Spain

Region

Castilla-La Mancha

Milk Type

Sheep

Pasteurization

Pasteurized

Rennet Type

Animal

Age

3-6 months

Cheese Type

Manchego and Sheepy

Wheel Weight

6 lbs.

Pairing Recommendations

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Lagers and Kolsch

Lager, Dunkel, Schwarz, Pilsner, Kolsch Ale

Lagers run the gamut from crisp, pale Pilsners to dark-malted Dunkels and Märzens. Flavors are typically approachable and mellow, a delicate balance of toasted bread, gentle sweetness, and mild hop bitterness for structure. Pair with: Almost any firm, mild cheese like Tomme de Savoie or Landaff Creamery Landaff.

Pinot Grigio

A lighter, crisper white wine. Tends to be refreshing and fruity, with aromas of stone fruit, peach, quince, and lemon.Pair with: Creamy goat or mixed milk cheese with a crisp acidic element. La Tur or Brunet are great alongside the fruit-tart flavors of the wine.

Cider

Brie and apples, cheddar and apples – both delicious! Why not extend that deliciousness to apples in liquid form? Enjoy cider and cheese for a pairing to remember.

English style: drier, more like a beer, with nice acidity. Pair with: : Just about anything but we love it with firm natural rind cheese, like Landaff.

Basque/Normandy : barnyardy and funky, but still with a little sweetness. Pair with: A beefy washed rind, like Grayson or Hudson Red to contrast the sugar and bring out the funk.